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Still Fishing

The term still fishing refers to the technique of catching fish without moving from one spot—an anchored boat, a bridge, a dock, or a bank. It is perhaps the most common method followed. Because the fisherman waits for the fish to come to his bait, more patience is required in this technique than in any other. At the same time, it is one of the most delightful and relaxing methods of fishing because it offers…

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